Transmission Control Software Engineer

General Motors

Transmission control software engineer developing embedded C and model-based controls for General Motors vehicles. Integrating, testing, and troubleshooting transmission software across vehicle systems.

Posted 9/4/2026full-timeMilford • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in developing and refining embedded software control functions, with a strong focus on transmission operation and torque management. Proficient in translating system requirements into software design and implementation while ensuring adherence to quality standards and effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Embedded Software DevelopmentC ProgrammingMATLABSimulinkSoftware Control Algorithms

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Embedded SoftwareControls DevelopmentSoftware Systems EngineeringSoftware DesignImplementation TasksVerification ActivitiesTroubleshootingRoot-Cause AnalysisTestingConfiguration Management

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationProblem-SolvingIndependent WorkTechnical Support

Tools & Technologies

Embedded Controls ToolchainsSoftware-in-the-Loop TestingHardware-in-the-Loop TestingBench TestingIntegration Testing

Industry Keywords

Transmission ControlTorque ManagementPropulsion SystemsDriveline ControlsVehicle Controls

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and refine embedded software control functions for transmission operation, shift execution, torque management, diagnostics, and feature performance
Translate system and algorithm requirements into software functional requirements, design content, implementation tasks, and verification activities
Design, implement, and maintain software using C, MATLAB, Simulink, or comparable embedded controls toolchains
Participate in software design, coding, peer reviews, and change-management activities under GM processes and coding standards
Integrate transmission control software with vehicle-level and propulsion-system functions
Create and execute unit, software-in-the-loop, hardware-in-the-loop, bench, and integration testing
Analyze software and controls issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions
Collaborate with calibration, systems, integration, and architecture teams
Communicate software design decisions, technical risks, issues, and recommended actions to stakeholders
Support improvements in software reuse, documentation, test coverage, development processes, and engineering standards
Provide technical support and share embedded software and transmission-controls knowledge
Travel less than 20%

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field
At least 2 years of experience in embedded software, controls development, or software systems engineering
Experience developing or implementing software control algorithms using C, MATLAB, Simulink, or comparable embedded controls toolchains
Understanding of transmission, propulsion, torque-management, driveline, or related vehicle controls in a hardware-software environment
Experience translating requirements into software design, implementation, and verification content
Experience troubleshooting technical issues using structured analysis and root-cause problem-solving methods
Understanding of software quality attributes and disciplined development practices, including peer reviews, configuration management, and change management
Ability to work independently within established processes and solve moderate-scope problems
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and communicate technical information clearly
Ability to identify root causes
GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship; candidates must not require GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future
Must report to the specified location at least 3 times a week, or at another frequency set by the manager

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits and Total Rewards resources available from day one
Workplace accommodations for individuals with disabilities
Inclusive, non-discriminatory workplace
No relocation benefits; relocation costs are the selected candidate’s responsibility